Inside Our Community: Poiema

Inside Our Community: Poiema

Author: Charles County Government November 27, 2024 Duration: 29:18
In this episode we talk with Tiffany Barber, Executive Director of Poiema about what they do, how they assist our community, and how the Charitable Trust assists them in fulfilling their mission. Poiema is a transitional living program empowering women survivors on the road to recovery from substance abuse, addiction, domestic violence, human trafficking, prostitution, incarceration, homelessness, or other traumas. This episode is part of our Inside Our Community series. County...

Ever wonder how decisions about your local roads, parks, or schools are actually made? Inside Your County Government pulls back the curtain on the day-to-day work that defines life in Charles County. Hosted by the Charles County Government itself, this podcast moves beyond meeting minutes and press releases to introduce you to the people behind the policies. You'll hear directly from department heads, planners, and frontline employees as they explain their roles, tackle current projects, and discuss the challenges and successes of serving the community. Each episode focuses on a specific service or topic, breaking down complex processes into understandable conversations. It’s a chance to learn how your tax dollars are put to work, understand the reasoning behind new initiatives, and get a clearer picture of the machinery of local governance. Tune in for genuine, unscripted dialogues that connect residents to the practical realities of county operations, making civic engagement feel more accessible and immediate. This isn't about political commentary; it's an ongoing audio tour of the public service landscape right outside your door.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: May 20, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:12
Here's a brief update on the May 20, 2025 County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you g…
Cracking the Code: Event Permits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:52
Planning an event in Charles County? Learn everything you need to know about public event permits in this episode of Cracking the Code! Planning Supervisor Cindy Bilbra and Deputy County Attorney Liz Theobalds talk about…
From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: May 13, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:00
Here's a brief update on the May 13, 2025 County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you g…
From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: May 6-7, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:30
Here's a brief update on the May 6 and 7, 2025 County Commissioners meetings. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever…
Let's Get Fiscal:Budget 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:24
In this episode of Let’s Get Fiscal, we dive into Charles County’s FY2026 budget process with Doria Fleisher, Jake Dyer and Kayla Hunt. Learn how community feedback shaped funding priorities and how you can get involved.…
Legislative Proposals Update: April 30, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:36
Here's the final update on the Charles County 2025 legislative proposals. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you…
From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: April 29-30, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:50
Here's a brief update on the April 29-30, 2025 County Commissioners meetings. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever…
Emergency Preparedness: Tornadoes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:25
In this episode of Ready, Set, Prepare, Charles County Emergency Manager Wade Hubert and host Doria Fleisher discuss the real threat of tornadoes, including lessons learned from the devastating 2002 La Plata F4 tornado.…
Inside Our Community | The Jude House [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:02
In this episode we're exploring the Jude House with Erica Jones, Customer Relations, Outreach and Alumni Coordinator and Susie Thompson, Executive Director of the Jude House. The Jude House (www.JudeHouse.org) Inside Our…
From the Dais: Commissioners Meeting Update: April 8, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:36
Here's a brief update on the April 8, 2025 County Commissioners meeting. Thanks for listening. If you like this podcast and want to hear more, search Charles County Government on Apple Podcast, Spotify or where ever you…